Anyone dealing with the Irish courts in the coming days should double-check listings before travelling. The latest update from courts.ie highlights temporary courthouse closures, jury cancellations, vacation sittings and a public fraud warning that could affect court users across Ireland.
For people who regularly rely on gov.ie services, the Courts Service remains one of the most important public information channels, especially when last-minute changes impact hearings, jury attendance or administrative access. These notices also sit within the wider ecosystem of Irish public bodies, alongside the Revenue Commissioners, An Garda Síochána, the Health Service Executive (HSE), the Workplace Relations Commission (WRC) and the National Transport Authority (NTA), all of which depend on timely public communication.
gov.ie court updates: key notices from the Courts Service
The latest round of notices published by the Courts Service includes several operational changes that court users, legal professionals and jurors should note immediately.
- Dún Laoghaire Courthouse will close at the end of business on Friday, 31 July 2026 for essential roof repairs.
- Cloverhill Courthouse will also close at the end of business on Friday, 31 July 2026 for essential maintenance works.
- High Court Commercial List long vacation sittings are scheduled for Wednesday 2 September and Wednesday 23 September 2026 to deal with commercial motions.
- Fraudulent phone call alert: members of the public have received scam calls from people falsely claiming to be Courts Service staff seeking PPS, banking or credit card details.
The fraud alert is particularly important. The Courts Service has stressed that it will never phone people asking for personal financial information. That message mirrors broader public safety guidance often reinforced across gov.ie, the Data Protection Commission (DPC), the Central Bank and other State agencies.
Jury and listing changes affecting local courts
Several local court notices also confirm cancellations and venue updates:
- Carlow Circuit Court: the jury panel that attended on 21 July and had been asked to return on 28 July 2026 is no longer required on that date.
- Dublin Metropolitan District Court: vacation sittings for summer 2026 have been announced.
- Dublin Circuit Family Court: the County Registrars Family Law List for 29 July has moved to Court 35, First Floor, Áras Uí Dhálaigh.
- Limerick, Mulgrave Street Courthouse: no jurors are required for the Central Criminal Court on 27 July 2026.
- Skibbereen, Cork: the Criminal Appeals List has moved from 23 July to 24 July 2026.
- Waterford Courthouse: Jury Panel 40 summoned for Monday 27 July 2026 is no longer required to attend.
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Why these gov.ie-style public notices matter
Operational updates like these may look routine, but they are essential for court access, legal planning and public confidence. Whether the issue is a closure, a moved family law list or a jury cancellation, timely publication helps avoid unnecessary travel, missed appearances and confusion for court users.
This is especially relevant in a broader national administration landscape that includes the Department of the Taoiseach, Justice, Housing, Health, Social Protection, Education, Transport, Enterprise, Trade and Employment and agencies such as Tusla, HIQA, the Residential Tenancies Board (RTB), Citizens Information Board and the Office of Public Works (OPW). Clear notices reduce disruption and support better coordination across Ireland’s public services.
How to protect yourself from court-related scams
If you receive a suspicious phone call claiming to be from the courts, follow these steps:
- Do not share PPS numbers, bank account details or card information.
- End the call immediately if the request feels unusual or urgent.
- Check official information directly through courts.ie or trusted gov.ie channels.
- Report suspected fraud to An Garda Síochána where appropriate.
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What court users should do next
Before attending any courthouse, verify the latest listing or notice online, especially during the summer period when maintenance works and vacation sittings are more common. For jurors, solicitors and litigants, the safest approach is to monitor courts.ie closely and treat any unexpected phone request with caution.
In short, this latest gov.ie-relevant court update is a reminder that even small administrative changes can have major practical effects. Staying informed through official Courts Service notices is the best way to avoid disruption and protect your personal information.
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